STAND UP AND CLOWN

WE ARE HAPPY TO BE BACK! This week, Chad talks with comedian and magician NICK PAUL. Nick has toured all over the world doing magic, as well as consulting for TV and film. They discuss the similarities and differences between clown and magic, creating comedy for different crowds and how to balance creating new material with stuff that works. LEARN MORE ABOUT NICK! And get a copy of his book “Magic...

HAPPY NEW YEAR, CLOWNS! Chad is still on break, but we put together a short bonus episode with new clips from former guests CAMIRIN FARMER and ANDEL SUDIK. Regular interviews will be returning very soon. STAND UP AND CLOWN is back on January 22nd!  We’re going to have lots of comedy music royalty on this show – including Wolves of Glendale, Morgan Jay and Luke Null! 1/22: https://www.elysiantheate...

Chad interviews clown and burlesque performer KIKI MAROON! Kiki has been a fixture on the burlesque scene for over a decade — doing both traditional and comedy pieces. Chad and Kiki discuss the intersection of clown and burlesque, giving audiences profound experiences through comedy and the dangers of defining yourself by your art. STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is finishing up it’s second year wit...

Chad interviews veteran improviser and teacher JIM WOODS! Jim has done it all in improv — including stints overseas — and currently helps run WGIS (World’s Greatest Improv School) with past guest Will Hines and Sarah Claspell.  Jim has recently started studying clown work and discusses the positive and negatives. There are stories of bad shows, discussions of the current state of improv and lots o...

Chad interviews clown performer TYLER WEST!  Tyler West is based out of New York and has performed at venues like The Box, The House of Yes, The Slipper Room and Stamptown. Chad and Tyler discuss the difference between Cirque-style pieces and lots of the clown work in LA, developing acts in front of burlesque audiences and some fundamental tools that young clowns often forget. Also, lots of storie...

Chad interviews teaching artist and veteran improviser ANDEL SUDIK. Andel took Chad’s clown intensive earlier this year and has doubled-down on her exploration of the work (which she’s dabbled in for years). They cover a ton of topics, including the current challenges facing clown and improv, teaching students to be authentic and not getting stuck in roles on-stage that don’t excite you. Also, lot...

Chad interviews clown, teacher, actor and improviser KRISTEN SCHIER. Chad and Kristen discuss the Portland clown scene and Chad’s recent trip up to teach and perform. They also talk about combining clown and improv, self-doubt, the challenge of challenging oneself and much more… STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on November 27th....

Chad interviews his friend, collaborator and current star of Spiegelworld’s THE HOOK at Caesars in Atlantic City — SCOUT DURWOOD. A fun conversation about status, nudity and sexuality in clown, the keys to interacting with audiences, creative goals and lots of stories.  STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on October 30th (it’s a Ha...

Chad interviews improv royalty WILL HINES. Will is the author of “How to be the Greatest Improviser on Earth” and runs WGIS (World’s Greatest Improv School) – but is starting to experiment with clown work.  We discuss his journey into a new art form, the current states of clown and improv and Chad offers clown advice (both solicited and otherwise).  STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last M...

Chad interviews Playspace hosts and co-creators RACHEL HO and PAUL SCHLESINGER! Rachel and Paul are two on-the-rise clowns in LA – and have built a very unique community around their weekly clown jam at The Elysian Theater in Los Angeles. We discuss their recipe for success and humble beginnings in clown. STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The nex...

Chad interviews clown and owner of Toronto’s Sweet Action Theatre GORDON NEILL. They discuss the origins of the theater and its focus on clown work. They also discuss Chad’s recent Toronto classes and shows – and how the Canadian clown scene continues to grow. STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on October 30th (it’s a Halloween sh...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) is back on Monday, October 30th for a Halloween Spooktacular! Check the episode notes for links on classes and my new Substack. In this solo pod, Chad talks about setting up rules of engagement in shows and how they differ in clown and improv.  STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on October 30th (it’s...

Chad interviews his regular collaborator and friend CAMIRIN FARMER! It’s a great discussion of clown work, being influenced by other training, personal philosophies and so much more… STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on the release date of this pod - Monday, September 25th! Camirin Farmer, Danny Jolles, Liam Cullagh, Danielle Per...

In this solo pod, Chad goes deeper into examining rules of restriction and how they affect the end product in clown and improvisation. STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th! Michael Longfellow (SNL), Danny Jolles, Liam Cullagh, Danielle Perez, Dylan Adler, Kyle Mizon AND SURPRISE GUESTS! 9/25: http://tinyurl.com/ypsk37...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th!  Already announced for the show — Michael Longfellow (SNL) and Danielle Perez (Comedy Central). 9/25: http://tinyurl.com/ypsk378u HAVE A POD QUESTION OR COMMENT? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamiani Chad interviews the director of Chicago’s Hot Clown Company, EVAN RICHTER!  Evan discuss...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th! 9/25: http://tinyurl.com/ypsk378u HAVE A POD QUESTION OR COMMENT? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamiani In this solo episode, Chad starts to break down the role of rules and tools in clown improv – and how they ultimately affect the final product on-stage. The first part of a longer conv...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is September 25th! Chad interviews his longtime friend and collaborator JOHN WYATT! The two talk about their early days in improv and their separate and unique approaches to clown work.  Check out John’s LINKTREE  (links to social media and his band, The Wet Dukes - they have a show on 9/03!) https:...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is  August 28th. The cast includes BRETT GELMAN (Stranger Things) and MICHAEL LONGFELLOW (SNL). There are only a handful of tickets left. 8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napu In this solo pod, Chad asks “What is the overall goal of an improvised clown show” then explores his theory of CONNECTION AND D...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is  August 28th. The cast includes BRETT GELMAN (Stranger Things) and MICHAEL LONGFELLOW (SNL).  8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napu Chad interviews his longtime friend and collaborator SASHA FEILER – an actor. writer, improviser and podcaster out of Los Angeles.  Sasha is also the host of YURI’S HUM...

In this solo pod, Chad talks about the intersection of improv and clown. How can clowns create improvised work – allowing them to do more shows with less preparation – without leaning on the pre-existing structures created by traditional longform? What are the challenges of creating something new? STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show i...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is  August 28th. The cast includes BRETT GELMAN (Stranger Things) and MICHAEL LONGFELLOW (SNL). It’s going to be epic. 8/28: https://tinyurl.com/yc22napu CHAD IS TEACHING A BUNCH IN SEPTEMBER! And not just in Los Angeles. There are classes planned in Portland, Seattle and Toronto! Watch for those li...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place last Mondays,, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is  August 28th. We’ll be announcing the cast soon – and it’s already our biggest one ever. 8/28: h ttps://tinyurl.com/yc22napu CHAD IS TEACHING A BUNCH IN SEPTEMBER! And not just in Los Angeles. There are classes planned in Portland, Seattle and Toronto! Watch for those links in the upcoming weeks...

CHAD LIVE DIRECTS - SAN DIEGO! This Saturday, August 5th at 7pm. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2fraw5sr STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show takes place on August 28th and will feature well-known stand-ups, actors and online creators! Get your tickets now! ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW! HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG:...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show takes place on July 31st and will feature Chris Fleming, Jonah Ray, Aparna Nancherla, Roz Hernandez and many more! LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2cpve2uu ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW! HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamiani Chad breaks down some elements that stand out abou...

STAND UP AND CLOWN (the show) takes place every last Monday, 930pm at The Elysian Theater! The next show is on July 31st and will feature Chris Fleming, Jonah Ray, Aparna Nancherla, Roz Hernandez and many more! LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2cpve2uu ALSO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A GLOWING REVIEW! HAVE A POD QUESTION? DM CHAD ON IG: @thechaddamiani This ep  is mostly about the intersection of clown and  imp...